| "I was one of the locals on Friday along with Susan. We both work at the Dolphin Research Center in Grassy Key... I wanted to let you all know that I had such a great experience on my third trip. Your staff - Captain Randy, Deb, Jim, Joe and others were so friendly and helpful and really made a perfect day even more perfect. Thank you! " -P.M. |
| "I have to say my husband and I had the best day in Key West while traveling on your ship from Key West to Ft. Jefferson. Your staff and set up was awesome. Ft Jefferson was sooo cool to explore and the beaches with soft sand and crystal clear water were awesome. This made snorkeling sooo fun. Thanks for a great day!!" K. & P. L. |
| "We took your tour today ... We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and will recommend your vessel to others. We especially enjoyed the history talk that Deb gave and her birding guidance ... Food was very good. We didn't feel crowded even though you said the boat was full ... My father was in charge of Construction and Maintenance for Everglades National Park 1952-1965 and Fort Jefferson was under his maintenance area. He made many trips with crews to the Fort to perform maintenance ... Thanks to ALL for a fabulous experience." - N. and S. T. |
| "Thank you so much for the newsletter. As my family moved this year from South Florida to North Georgia your message came at the perfect time. The cold winter days and nights are setting in and I look back at great fondness for the 17 days I once camped at Fort Jefferson... I eagerly look forward to another visit with my entire family. Keep up the great work and best wishes for the holidays!" - J.O. |
| "My girlfriend and I wanted to thank your staff for a very enjoyable trip. They were very knowledgeable and helpful in any questions we had regarding the island. Mike, the tour guide/naturalist, was very enthusiastic and encouraging about things to do. The captain and staff were helpful in loading our gear and kayak for our camping trip and made for an easier trip. All in all we were very happy with our choice in ferry service." - D.W. |
| " Thanks for your newsletter...One of my best memories was sailing to the Dry Tortugas with my husband on the Yankee Freedom! Everyone was so friendly and the breakfast and lunch was great and of course the Dry Tortugas was amazing! Memories of that fantastic day in September 2007 came flooding back with when I saw your news letter! Not if, but when we come back to the Islands, we will sail again with the Yankee Freedom to the Dry Tortugas and soak in more memories! Merry Christmas!" - B. W & D. W. |
| "Your crew member, Jack, was very entertaining, knowledgeable, informative, and very helpful. He went to find information when I requested to know more about a particular feature I saw at the park. I've been on a lot of tours across the nation with a lot of different companies and guides. Jack’s style added life to the trip, making it a far more memorable experience. You are lucky to have this fellow on your team. And I was a luckier tourist for his efforts." - G. D. |
| "Today was fantastic, the island is extremely beautiful. The man of my dreams asked me to marry him! I will treasure this day for the rest of my life! Thank you!" - C. A. |
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 "Well, all we can say is thank you so much for a beautiful way to start out our new lives together. We had a wonderful time with the best captain and crew that ever sailed the seven seas. Elena and I were married that day by Capt. Ride and Bridesmaid Salty and of course the very wonderful Colleen. We can't stop telling everyone about it. We will see you soon and cruise again to paradise." Thanks, Mike & Elena. |
| "Just waned to drop you a note and tell you what a great trip we had yesterday on the Yankee Freedom II. My wife and kids wouldn’t stop talking about it last night. Be sure and tell the crew that they were wonderful and we can't wait to go again." - C. W., Key West, FL |
| "I have to tell you that it was the most exciting adventure trip and well worth it. I loved it. Fort Jefferson is an amazing national monument. Thank you." - P., Fredericksburg, VA. |
| "I can't thank you enough for sending me my ipod! I didn’t expect to ever see it again. Thank you again! Not only did I love the trip but you guys are the best. Thank you for your honesty." - S. J. |
| "I really enjoyed the trip. The food was great and the crew did an excellent job. I would definitely recommend this trip to other travelers." - W. K., Milmont Park, PA |
| "I felt like family on board with such a nice crew. Captain Rick, Chris and Steve went beyond my expectations. Thank you all! " - E. H. |
| "I very much enjoyed the fort tour. The guide is a very natural storyteller and made the tour very interesting." - A. E., Naples, FL |
| "Great snorkeling equipment, great food. Jack’s a cool guy." - A. M., Austin, TX |
| "Very memorable experience. I highly recommend it for a day on your Key West vacation." Thank you! - B. S. |
| "I found it a very nice place. The Yankee Freedom II crew were very nice people – enjoyed the trip very much. Congratulations." - G. H., Hialeah, FL |
| "The ride service, cleanliness and hospitality were fantastic. I am proud that Fort Jefferson is served by such a fine boat and crew." -T. S., Fridley, MN |
| "Our son, daughter-in-law, and grandson have visited Dry Tortugas before and spoke highly about the site and about your service. We have had a wonderful time. The captain, his first mate, and the rest of the crew were really special and I've had the opportunity of spreading my parents' ashes as was their wish. Thank you!" - M. H., Miami, FL |
| "Just a quick “thanks”. My girlfriend and I traveled to/camped at Dry Tortugas via the Yankee Freedom II. It was there that I proposed to her. The Y.F. and her crew contributed to a very memorable experience for me and Andy. We’ll never forget it." - B. C. |
| "As per all the years I've gone out on your boat.; excellent in all aspects. Thank you" . - D. H., Ft. Lauderdale, FL |
| "A very nice and enjoyable trip. I wish to come back and bring some friends." - N. F. |
| "Just wanted to let you know I went on your trip yesterday and it was AWESOME! The captain and crew were so friendly and Deb did a great job of narrating the trip. " - V.T. |
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